2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 342 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-150 | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |